Tag Karen S. Lindeman

Placenta Previa

Risk Incidence: 1:200-250 pregnancies Highest incidence with multiparity, repeat C-section or other uterine surgery, prior placenta previa, advanced maternal age, tobacco use, cocaine use, male fetus Perioperative Risks Maternal mortality is <1%. Fetal complications: Prematurity (45% of deliveries at <37…